L'aventure en Tromsø

Nous avons vécu une expérience formidable ce jour-là ! :) Tout d'abord, tout était très bien organisé. Nous avons reçu un courrier la veille de l'excursion nous informant qu'elle était complète et que tout le monde devait arriver au point de rencontre plus tôt pour un départ en douceur. Le MS Gabriele était très spacieux, il y avait des tables pour s'asseoir et des sièges confortables. Au bar situé au centre du bateau, on pouvait toujours acheter des boissons et des en-cas. L'aller simple a duré environ 2 heures, mais nos guides nous ont donné des informations très intéressantes sur les baleines et l'Arctique tout au long de la traversée. De plus, nous étions toujours autorisés à rester sur le pont et à observer le trajet. Lorsque nous arrivions enfin sur le site d'observation des baleines, notre guide Martina était à l'extérieur avec nous, indiquant à tout le monde où regarder, quoi chercher, etc. Nous avons vu beaucoup de baleines, quelques queues - c'était vraiment, vraiment bien et une expérience inoubliable ! :)

Staff was nice, the boat was neat and well maintained. Views were spectacular. If you are in Tromso, do not miss this tour.

An unforgettable experience, our guide Carlos M was charming and very friendly. Your explanations were very useful to us. We were able to enjoy the auroras and it was an incredible moment! Highly recommended!!!

Efficient transportation, helpful orientation, and provision of thermal suits. Despite being accustomed to freezing US winters (-20 to -40 Fahrenheit not uncommon in late December) and being dressed in layers, including parkas, we were freezing. So TAKE THE SUITS when offered. The lavvu was very warm, so the layers were helpful after running in and out to see the lights before dinner. Our hosts were very flexible with the hot drinks, the meal was simple and beautifully presented. The sledding and reindeer feeding was a hoot, the lights were slowly starting to grow as we finished the ride and a full moon/stars complemented the beautiful scenery. Leaving Tromsø in the evening, as charming as the city is, was the best plan we made. Our Sami guides were equally charming during a conversational culture lesson. None of it felt rushed or rehearsed. It happened to be New Years Eve and after a wonderful evening the bus ride included sparkling, crystal clear snow and the start of fireworks EVERYWHERE along the harbour. Even if Lady Aurora is shy, the people, animals and country are worth the trip. Thanks to everyone who made it a special New Years Eve. Highlight of the trip for 17 AND 22 year old children, as well as their parents.